Initial setup and operation of your new jetter/pressure washer
Inspection for freight damage
Inspection of oil levels
Water supply
Water quality
When you receive your pressure washer, be sure you check for concealed freight damage. Any damage should be noted with the delivering carrier. If you have any questions related to freight, call the 800 number listed on the inside front cover of the manual.
Check all oil levels in the pump or engine, if applicable. Failure to check all levels will result in equipment damage. Most pumps are shipped with oil from the factory and the crankcase is sealed. You may have to remove a shipping plug and install a dipstick in the pump.
Your water supply must provide water to the equipment that exceeds the Gallon Per Minute (GPM) rate of your machine. You can check your GPM by using a
Failure to secure adequate water supply will result in pump damage. Do not run pump dry!
Your water supply should not contain particles larger than 80 microns. Although there are small filters installed on pressure washers that filter the water, they can only filter poor quality water for a short period of time before clogging. This will result in damage to the machine. Therefore, you should insure no sand or scale particles are present in the water supply.
Supply hose
Purge air
Electrical Supply
Pump
Federal and
State
Regulations
Hook a garden hose from the hydrant to the machine. When doing this, be sure to check the inlet water filter or screen. This hose should be at least 5/8” diameter with a length at least 15 feet. This 15’ length helps isolate the water supply from pulsations from the pump. Many states
require a vacuum break or backflow preventor be installed at the hydrant, before the garden hose, to insure the water source cannot be contaminated. Be sure to check local and state regulations upon installation.
Turn on the water supply and open the trigger gun. This will purge all the air from the system. Look for water leaks and stop any leak found. Leaks can cause erratic pump behavior.
A circuit dedicated only to the pressure washer is recommended. This circuit should be installed by a licensed electrician and checked to supply adequate voltage Under Load . Sometimes the dis- tance from the panel is to long, the wire size is to small or the voltage is initially to low, this will cause the GFCI or thermal to trip. If the GFCI trips or the thermal overload on the motor trips consult factory. Plug your cord into the receptacle. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION
CORD!
Prior to turning on the power switches check the oil level in the pump.
In drain jetting applications, the hose must be inserted into the drain line at least five feet before starting water flow. Be sure machine is not powered on before hose is insert- ed into the drain.
Many areas are governed by state and federal regulations that protect the envi- ronment and water quality. In operating this equipment you are also to act responsibly. Be sure to check with the local, state and federal authorities on compliance issues.
